Richard T. Grunert, MD
Urologist
Assistant Professor, Larner College of Medicine
Specialties
Urology
General information
Gender:
Male
Language:
Interpreter Services Available,
English
Accepting New Patients
UVM Medical Group
Offers Video Visits
Experience
Education & Training
Residency
University of Wisconsin Hospital and Clinic - Urology
Internship
University of Wisconsin Hospital and Clinic - Rotating Internship
Doctor of Medicine
Rush University Rush Medical College
Bachelor of Arts/Artium Baccalaureus
Southern Illinois University - Physiology
Board Certifications
American Board of Urology - Urology
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My Locations
University of Vermont Medical Center
111 Colchester Avenue
Main Campus, East Pavilion, Level 5
Burlington, VT 05401-1473
University of Vermont Medical Center
792 College Parkway
Suite 302
Colchester, VT 05446-3052
Insurance Accepted
Please see below for all insurers contracted with the University of Vermont Health. Inclusion in this list does not guarantee participation of your specific insurance plan or coverage of your planned service. For behavioral health services, coverage may differ from medical benefits — even if your insurance plan is accepted. All patients are encouraged to contact their insurer to confirm coverage before scheduling.
Urology, University of Vermont Medical Center
- Aetna
- Anthem (formerly Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield) (HMO only)
- Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield NH
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Vermont (BCBSVT) / FEP / CBA (includes Dental)
- Capital District Physicians' Health Plan (CDPHP)
- Capital District Physicians' Healthcare Network (CDPHN)
- CHAMPVA
- Cigna / Great West (includes Dental)
- Cigna UVMH Medical Plan
- Delta Dental
- Evernorth (formerly Cigna Behavioral Health)
- Excellus Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Fidelis (New York Quality Healthcare Corporation) (excludes NY Health Benefit Exchange products)
- First Health
- Harvard Pilgrim Health Care (excludes NH Health Benefit Exchange, Medicare Advantage, and Managed Medicaid)
- MagnaCare
- Medicaid (VT and NY)* (VT Medicaid includes Dental)
- Medicare*
- MVP (excludes NY Health Benefit Exchange)
- Optum Rx
- POMCO (must include POMCO Select Logo)
- St. Regis Mohawk Tribe (Medicare)
- The Vermont Health Plan (TVHP)
- TriCare Humana Military (excludes Humana Behavioral Health)
- TriCare Martin's Point Health Care (excludes Behavioral Health)
- United HealthCare – The Empire Plan (excludes Carelon Behavioral Health)
- United HealthCare (excludes United / Optum Behavioral Health)
- Veteran's Administration Community Care Network (VA CCN) (United HealthCare)
- Workers' Comp (VT and NY)
*Medicare — Not every provider type is eligible to enroll with Government Payers. Please consult your provider’s office prior to visit for confirmation.
Last Updated: 5/28/2026
Urology - Fanny Allen - Medical Office Building, University of Vermont Medical Center
- Aetna
- Anthem (formerly Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield) (HMO only)
- Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield NH
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Vermont (BCBSVT) / FEP / CBA (includes Dental)
- Capital District Physicians' Health Plan (CDPHP)
- Capital District Physicians' Healthcare Network (CDPHN)
- CHAMPVA
- Cigna / Great West (includes Dental)
- Cigna UVMH Medical Plan
- Delta Dental
- Evernorth (formerly Cigna Behavioral Health)
- Excellus Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Fidelis (New York Quality Healthcare Corporation) (excludes NY Health Benefit Exchange products)
- First Health
- Harvard Pilgrim Health Care (excludes NH Health Benefit Exchange, Medicare Advantage, and Managed Medicaid)
- MagnaCare
- Medicaid (VT and NY)* (VT Medicaid includes Dental)
- Medicare*
- MVP (excludes NY Health Benefit Exchange)
- Optum Rx
- POMCO (must include POMCO Select Logo)
- St. Regis Mohawk Tribe (Medicare)
- The Vermont Health Plan (TVHP)
- TriCare Humana Military (excludes Humana Behavioral Health)
- TriCare Martin's Point Health Care (excludes Behavioral Health)
- United HealthCare – The Empire Plan (excludes Carelon Behavioral Health)
- United HealthCare (excludes United / Optum Behavioral Health)
- Veteran's Administration Community Care Network (VA CCN) (United HealthCare)
- Workers' Comp (VT and NY)
*Medicare — Not every provider type is eligible to enroll with Government Payers. Please consult your provider’s office prior to visit for confirmation.
Last Updated: 5/28/2026
Patient Ratings & Comments
Most Recent Comments
June 29, 2026
Very good
June 9, 2026
Very good experience
May 17, 2026
Dr. Grunert was very professional and attentive to my needs.
May 12, 2026
I like how Dr. Grunert is calm, very knowledgeable, and to the point. Dr. Grunert is the person I want working with me as I go through these issue with prostate cancer.
May 3, 2026
My doctor was very kind and patient. He checked in on my comfort throughout the entire procedure. Smooth and easy
March 9, 2026
Dr. Grunert is very understandable and patient. I have already proclamed him as the "GO TO" Urologist to all my scope of influence.
February 28, 2026
Very respectful and compassionate doctor
February 28, 2026
Dr Grunert is an excellent urologist. He probably saved my life when he guided me through a kidney removal because of a malignant tumor. His follow up after the surgery was also very well done.
February 7, 2026
I am grateful for the excellent care provided by Dr Grunert
February 6, 2026
I have had dozens of treatments and everything always goes smoothly.
January 31, 2026
Dr. Grunert is good - personable and professional- he listens and responds to questions. I had a question regarding a MRI for a different thing in the pelvis area and he reviewed the report and talked to me about it.
January 29, 2026
Good
January 22, 2026
Dr Grunert is great! I've been seeing him for over 10 years and he has great communication skills and empathy. He provides a lot of information and encouragement.
January 14, 2026
Good information
December 21, 2025
My care provider has been exceptional
December 21, 2025
Good
December 7, 2025
Very good
November 26, 2025
Always excellent. Professional and courteous. Absolutely great!
November 22, 2025
Dr Grunert was professional and personable. He explained the findings in real-time.
November 3, 2025
Dr. Grunert was really great! Took time to answer my questions and was very professional. He also remembered to ask about some items that I had mentioned on my last visit which I thought was nice. I feel fortunate to have such an experienced doctor.